FCSN “Expanding Our Dreams” Gala: A Look Behind the Curtain

2003 was the 7th year since FCSN’s founding, but that year was quite significant. Recognizing the need to gather funding and community attention for their organization’s cause, the FCSN parents penned the idea of a “FCSN Fundraising Gala.” Jason Hwan, co-founder of FCSN and current co-event chair of the Gala, shares his memories of that fateful year as well as all of the work that has gone into organizing the Gala, year after year. Continue reading FCSN “Expanding Our Dreams” Gala: A Look Behind the Curtain

fcsnvoicesApril 13, 2025Leave a comment

Clients, Sharing By, Staff

The Twinkle Project – An Interview with Sufen and Chiling Wu

[Twinkle Series] Interview with Sufen Wu and Chiling Wu (adapted from In Another’s View podcast series hosted by Joshua Kao) Continue reading The Twinkle Project – An Interview with Sufen and Chiling Wu

fcsnvoicesMarch 1, 2025September 7, 2025Leave a comment

Adult Programs, Children Programs, Events, News/Events, Programs, Sharing By, Staff, Volunteers

An Exercise in Exercise – Muay Thai Kickboxing Class

A parent to two special needs children, Mr. Kanit Therdsteerasukdi has been volunteering at FCSN through his Muay Thai Kickboxing classes. He was inspired to start his Muay Thai Kickboxing class after he had his second child and he and his wife were too busy taking care of their children to attend regular volunteering events. Fortunately for him, FCSN Co-President CK Lee approached him with an idea to solve his dilemma: start a class at FCSN so he can simultaneously volunteer and watch over his son. Kanit came up with the idea of starting a Muay Thai Kickboxing class to give children a chance to do something they probably never would have tried without his help… Continue reading An Exercise in Exercise – Muay Thai Kickboxing Class

fcsnvoicesFebruary 9, 2025April 13, 2025Leave a comment

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The Grand Opening of FCSN Osgood Center: A Continuation of a 25-Year Dream Project

25 years ago, FCSN board proposed an “impossible” goal — to build a Dream Community that would provide resources and opportunities to support individuals with special needs in reaching their greatest potential. Initially deemed an unattainable dream, the acquisition of a parcel of land in Fremont planted the first seeds. From these seeds sprouted the roots of the Dream Project, an initiative dedicated to making the Dream Community a reality. In 2006, the Dream Project reached its first milestone with the grand opening of FCSN’s Dream Center, now named the Chenming and Margaret Hu Center. In 2017, FCSN opened the doors of its second center, the South Bay Bascom Center in San Jose. Now, in August 2024, after more than three years of design and renovation, FCSN continues transforming impossibilities into possibilities with the grand opening of its third center and new headquarters: the Osgood Center… Continue reading The Grand Opening of FCSN Osgood Center: A Continuation of a 25-Year Dream Project

fcsnvoicesNovember 16, 2024April 13, 2025Leave a comment

Adult Programs, Children Programs, News/Events, Programs, Sharing By, Special Interest, Staff, Volunteers

A Journey to FCSN’s Health-Physical Therapy Class

Dr. Jennifer Carauddo describes her journey toward establishing the Health-Physical Therapy Class, a program designed to improve clients’ coordination, athleticism, and strength. She shares the inspiring stories of her clients’ progress as the class helps them grow beyond previous limitations. Continue reading A Journey to FCSN’s Health-Physical Therapy Class

fcsnvoicesMarch 4, 2024April 13, 2025Leave a comment

Adult Programs, Family Programs, Programs, Sharing By, Staff

The Caring Hearts Behind FCSN’s Supported Living System (SLS) Program

Behind many of FCSN’s programs are kind-hearted individuals who dedicate their lives to help those with special needs. Among these remarkable individuals is Feliza Hsu, a case manager for FCSN’s East Bay Supported Living Services (SLS) program. The mission of FCSN’s SLS program is to provide a lifestyle of choice, independence, and support for their clients, namely adults with special needs, through helping them develop personal skills as well as build financial independence by finding and maintaining a job. Continue reading The Caring Hearts Behind FCSN’s Supported Living System (SLS) Program

fcsnvoicesFebruary 25, 2024April 13, 2025Leave a comment